5. Robot Vacuum Black Friday Projects For Any Budget

Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals

Boston -- Whether you are purchasing one for your loved ones or yourself, there are many Black Friday robot vacuums to choose from. The brands are offering discounts on a range of items that self-empty vacuums, as well as ones that mop.

A few highlights include the iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ with a self-emptying dock available at Walmart and an Amazon bestseller that can detect pet poop, steer clear of the ledges and stairs and even schedule cleanings from your smartphone.

1. iRobot Roomba Combo j5+

The Roomba Combo J5+, the newest 2-in-1 model from iRobot's premium range, comes with both vacuuming and mopping features. It runs on iRobot OS which makes it more efficient and smarter as time passes. It also creates a map of your floors. This allows you to label rooms and create cleaning schedules, as well and designate no-mop zones to your carpets. It can detect obstacles and objects with the latest obstacle avoidance technology from iRobot. It also can detect all types of carpets, from low-pile to thick, and adjust its cleaning mode according to the type of carpet.

Similar to the iRobot Combo j7+, this model has Power-Lifting suction and is designed for both mopping and vacuuming. It comes with an additional dirt bin as well as an additional mop/vacuuming bin that you can fill with water or liquid cleaner. The robot will automatically switch from vacuuming to mopping mode depending on the contents of the bin.

The Roomba Combo j5+ uses iRobot’s Enhanced MVac Mode to deliver powerful dust suction, leaving your floors sparkling clean. This mode uses the Clean Base Automatic Dirt disposal to empty the dirt bin of the robot, giving you an effortless hands-free experience. The Combo J5+ comes with a separate power switch that enables users to instantly switch between mopping and cleaning.

It's simple to set up and use your robot with the iRobot Home app. With just a few taps you can design a custom cleaning plan for your entire home or a single room. You can also monitor your robot from afar and see its progress.

You can use your smartphone to start a cleaning session or even make it a command using your voice. The iRobot Combo j5+ is compatible with Alexa, Best Buy Robot Vacuum Siri and Google Assistant. This makes it easier to pair your smart home devices. It comes with the pet-safe P.O.O.P technology (Pet owner's official guarantee) which helps steer clear of pet mess. This is a great option for those who have pets but prefers the convenience of a mop and vacuum combination robot.

2. Shark ION

The Shark ION is a basic best buy Robot vacuum vacuum cleaner that comes with an impressive amount of features for the price. It has a long running time and does a good job cleaning carpeted and bare floors rooms. It also comes with a helpful app that works well with Alexa. However, it isn't equipped with the ability to map, as well as other advanced controls that are offered by more expensive competitors.

This robot vacuum features an extremely powerful motor that has multi-surface brush rolls that reach into cracks and corners to make sure your home is truly clean. It also has bumper sensors to avoid collisions, as well as a lower cliff sensor that prevents the robot from falling down the stairs. It is also programmed to operate a single room or a group of rooms at regular intervals and is capable of resuming cleaning sessions that had been stopped midway through.

The Shark ION is very good at cleaning bare floors. However, it struggles to remove pet hairs and other debris from carpeted surfaces. It can also get caught under furniture. It is capable of avoiding obstructions, and runs for 90 minutes.

The user interface of this robot is simple to use and is among its greatest features. You can either press the circular cleaning button located at the top of the unit to initiate a cleaning, or launch the Shark ION App on your phone and give the command. After you've completed that, the app will inform you of the battery level and status of the vacuum, as well as if it's completed a complete or partial cleaning session.

Another thing that many customers liked about this robot is its ability to work with Alexa. The vacuum can be switched off and on by simply speaking. You can also set up cleaning times with the app. The only negative that we found with this robot is that it takes longer to charge than the other models that we've looked at, and the two included hand vac attachments can't fit into the base and can be lost easily.

3. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

In addition to being a top rated robot vacuum, this Samsung model also functions as a home surveillance camera. It comes with a lens you can access through your phone and is designed to watch the surroundings around your home. You can also create a schedule of when you want it to patrol your home while you are away. This is great if you have pets shed or you wish to watch for any intrusions.

Samsung Jet Bot AI+ comes with a number of features, including object recognition, home monitoring, self-emptying dust bins and five layers of filtration. It's a great option for those who want an exceptional vacuum that is able to perform on hard floors but does not mind a little dust on carpets.

The robot's advanced obstacle avoidance is among its most effective features. It makes use of sensors and artificial intelligence in combination to scan the surroundings and detect objects. It can either navigate around the object or mark it as an unfriendly zone on the map. This feature isn't found on other robots and makes the Samsung a very safe choice for your home.

On the other hand this model doesn't perform well with spot cleaning. We tried it out by scattering rice grains across carpets with low pile and sending the robot to clean. The machine did a fairly poor job of pushing the rice grains around, and did not take any of them. This is a disappointing outcome considering that other models have performed better in this test.

It's also worth noting, that the Samsung Jet Bot AI+ can be a bit pricey compared to its competitors. Other robotic vacuums offer the same performance for less. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, for example, is a top-rated robotic vacuum that has the same features at a fraction of the cost.

As with other Samsung smart devices, this robot is controlled by the SmartThings app. The setup process is easy with prompts in the app to guide you through it. The app lets you see the map, set the cleaning schedules and suction power settings, select no-go zones, and manage other settings. It also shows the current status of your buy robot vacuum and lets you see when the dustbin needs to be emptied.

4. Manvins Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo

If you're not yet ready to make the commitment to a dedicated robot vacuum and mop separately, this all-in-one model might be the thing you're looking for. This model is available for less than half the price and has four cleaning modes. The vacuum dust bin is easy to empty, and the mopping water tank holds up to 200 milliliters (or 7 pounds).

In the last year, we tried this robot in the Cleaning Lab and found it to be very efficient on both low-pile and hard floors. Its unique Matrix Clean Navigation uses a grid pattern that ensures that every space in your home is cleaned, and it has the capability of detecting stairs. It also comes with an remote control that allows you to easily adjust the settings.

It also works with voice commands. You can initiate and stop a cleaning cycle by using an app for your phone or tablet. The app allows you to create a cleaning schedule and select a cleaning mode. The battery lasts for 100 minutes and the robot automatically returns to its base for charging after each cleaning session or when the power is not sufficient.

This robotic vacuum cleaner is a favorite option for busy families, and it's currently available at a discount of more than 50% off its original price. It has a 4.5-star score from customers and has an intelligent cleaning system that utilizes the three steps to ensure your home is clean. It can detect pet hair and dander so it is an excellent choice for households that have pets.

Modern robotic vacuums and mops are compatible with smartphones which allow you to save your home's maps and schedule your own cleaning schedule and control the functions of the machine. Some models also have smart mopping pads that dry in between uses, which can help to stop mildew and fungi from forming on your floor.

The compact design of the vacuum-mop combination enables it to be placed in corners and under furniture. Its full suites of sensors can also effortlessly avoid obstacles and steps. It has smart app integration and the mopping pad comes with triple HEPA filtering technology to keep fine dust particles from entering the indoor air.